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FRA → OPO
Which side of the plane to sit from Frankfurt am Main Airport (Frankfurt) to Francisco de Sá Carneiro Airport (Porto)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side is preferred for the stunning approach into Porto, offering direct views of the winding Douro Valley and the city's historic center, along with better views of the Pyrenees during the cruise.
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Frankfurt Skyline
A close-up view of the 'Mainhattan' skyscrapers and the Main River shortly after departure from FRA.
Vosges Mountains
The rolling green peaks of eastern France visible as the flight heads southwest.
Central Pyrenees
Jagged, snow-capped peaks along the border of France and Spain visible in the distance.
Douro Valley
The world-famous terraced vineyards and the deep blue Douro River as you enter Northern Portugal.
Porto City Center
Views of the Ribeira district, Luis I Bridge, and the historic skyline during the descent.
For the best experience, choose a seat behind the wing to ensure the engine doesn't block the Douro Valley views. On morning flights, the sun will be on this side, so expect bright light; however, it provides the most iconic views of Porto's red-tiled roofs during landing on Runway 17.
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The Rhine River
The silver thread of the Rhine winding through the German countryside immediately after takeoff.
Bay of Biscay
The dramatic meeting of the French coastline and the Atlantic Ocean near Biarritz.
Picos de Europa
The limestone massifs of Northern Spain, part of the Cantabrian mountain range.
Atlantic Horizon
Endless ocean views, which become particularly spectacular during sunset flights.
Estádio do Dragão
Porto's modern football stadium can often be spotted on the right during certain landing patterns.
The right side is the 'sunset side' for this southwesterly route; choose this side for late afternoon flights to enjoy the golden hour over the Atlantic. It also offers a better view of the rugged Galician coastline if the flight path tracks slightly further north.
Book Hotels in PortoDistance: 1,653 km (1,027 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 12 min
Departure: FRA (50.033333, 8.570556)
Arrival: OPO (41.2481002808, -8.68138980865)
Route Type: International
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